Inquire

Tell us which career-related internship or meaningful volunteer project you're interested in and where you'd like to go — Barcelona, Buenos Aires, Cape Town, Dublin, Shanghai, or Sydney. We'll then set up a time to speak with you to learn more about your interests so that we can create a program that's customized for YOU.

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Apply

Our on-the-ground team will discuss your application with local organizations to find the best-fit opportunities for you. Typically within 4 weeks, we’ll send you project offers aligned with your goals. If you do not receive an offer in your first or second choice field, your deposit is fully refundable.

Travel

We’ll send you all the pre-trip information you'll need, meet you at the airport and provide a comprehensive on-site orientation. From weekly events, to career guidance and 24/7 emergency support, we'll be there throughout your trip to ensure you're getting the most out of your experience while having the time of your life!

Rana Mahmoud Samy

Architecture Intern | Barcelona

Lebanese University, Lebanon

30 September 2016

I always dreamed of living in Barcelona, and being an architecture student, there was no better city to have this experience. I was hesitating at first, when applying to the Connect-123 program, I was afraid to believe in it too much, to get my hopes up. Even after everything was set, I still didn’t believe it was actually happening…And then, I was here! Here in Barcelona living the life I always dreamed of, and it turned out to be the best decision I have ever made! For me, this was not just an internship program, it was a life experience. I had to grow on so many levels and i can already tell that now, I’m a changed person. The architecture internship was better than I expected, I was working with a team of passionate people (small office, big projects & even bigger minds), I had the chance to experiment, to design, and I was trusted and given big tasks from the get go. Not speaking Catalan or Spanish made it harder for me to fit in within the social context of the office, it was challenging, but I managed to bond with every single one of my colleagues….and that was the hard part, realizing how much of an impact the people around you have on the quality of your experience. I was out of my comfort zone in every possible way, and I managed to adapt. Throughout my stay in Barcelona, I was in contact with the Connect-123 office, I met some of them, they introduced me to other interns and made me feel like I was genuinely cared about. At the end, looking back at this experience, I can say that I truly LIVED in Barcelona, I walked every street, met so many people from all from so many places, worked till my eyes shut closed, danced till my feet hurt, sang at every corner, laughed and cried my heart out…it was one of the most intense periods of my life, I loved every second of it, and I will do it again in a heartbeat!

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If I had to describe my architecture internship in Barcelona with one word, it would be 'unbelievable'. I am so glad I chose Connect-123; they were extremely helpful with assisting me in finding housing in the heart of Barcelona, as well as introducing me other students on the program which made it easier to explore to the city. I felt like I was able to reach out at any time...

Architecture Intern | BarcelonaLebanese American University
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I definitely keep reminiscing over my time in Barcelona. This will forever be a cherished learning and growing experience for me and I only have Connect-123 to thank for making it possible! They were always there to help me and answer my questions, as well as reassure me making me constantly feel that I am in safe hands. Connect-123 understands the difficulties a student traveling abroad alone would face, and they made...

Architecture Intern | BarcelonaNational University of Singapore
5 July 2016

If you are searching for a sign, this could be it. It has always been a dream for me to see the well-known Sagrada Familia in real life and before I know it, I was right at the foot of the history-in-the-making. My experience with Connect-123 has been nothing less than spectacular! The application process was really easy and fast. I was really impressed by the level of energy they...